KTM Spoked Wheel TUBELESS System LONG-TERM FIX

KTM spoked wheel tubeless system long-term fix.

I show how I fix my leaking spoked wheel tubeless system on my KTM 790 Adventure R.
Its an ongoing problem with KTMs tubeless system, so I figured I would make this video showing how I fixed the problem on my KTM Adventure.

Hope this helps people having trouble with their KTM tubeless spoked wheels.

Thanks for watching, appreciate ya!

Follow me on Instagram

[halinw]

I just did this and had no luck getting the band on dry 😢 according to the ktm service manual they recommend using diluted tire mounting compound to lubricator the rim band to get it into place and that’s the only way I could get the thing on. Highly recommend doing that if anyone else is failing to get the band in dry like I was was.

[infinityphotorob]

I used Yamalube tire mounting spray. It is awesome and they claim it does not cause corrosion. It some sort of petroleum based stuff. It was slippery AF and almost too slippy at first. So far so good. My front tire is full of slime from previous owner so I think my front will be as bad as my rear tire was. Dealers and shops also damage the inner lips of these rims too. Mine had HUGE bites out of it that needed to be basically bondoed and sanded smooth to reshape the lips.

[verbalwidget]

That was an informative video, I don't have a KTM but you did a great job showing how it works. Very interesting. 8k miles, can't beat that I would have went back to the same tire too.

[raybrensike]

Looking at this rubber into a groove thing, it reminds me of 0-rings and one thing I've learned about 0-rings is the importance of lubing them up first. Always do that with an 0-ring is pretty much the rule.

I've always changed my own tubeless tires and have tried lots of products to help the tire go on the wheel and hopefully help seal the bead. The last time I changed both tires and used that affordable product you can find at Wall Mart at the hair aisle. It's called Blue Magic. I used that as tire mounting lube and in the spring when I checked by air pressure, after a summer of riding, each of the tires were only down on air pressure about 3 pounds. Imagine that. It sat all winter. That is the only time that ever happened to me. So from now on, it's going to be Blue Magic for tire lube for me. I was thinking that might work well on your situation too with the rubber strip, there.

[geezfpv]

Thanks for posting! I jus bought a 23 890 Adventure R yesterday and when they were getting it ready they noticed that both bikes they had on the floor had low pressure in the front tires! the factory probably didn't seat that inner gasket properly! They are sorting it out with KTM now- hop I din't have to wait too long!!

[bsimpson]

Maybe a little silicon spray on the rubber band would help it seat more easily and work on a piece of carpet to protect your rims

[greatfallskam]

Great video. I am experiencing same issue. A bit frustrating . I also use a RABACONDA and change my own tires. I am debating to use a Outex tubeless kit for Woody's Wheels. Thanks for another great video.

[tommyNix]

The main problem with tube tires is changing a flat on the trail - whereas with tubeless you can just plug it, re-inflate, and go on your way. My current strategy is to go with my tube tire and bring along a "tube approved" sealant (like Sahara, Ride-On, or Slime). If I get a flat I'll inject the sealant, re-inflate, and this should quickly get me back on the road. Do you think this is a good approach?

[PabloEstaVerga]

I did my first tire change using a Pittsburgh tire changer, and I made a slight tair on the rubber hub, which also caused leaks through the spokes.

[jayrunner]

Thank you for the video. First time I saw the KTM tubeles spoked wheel system being explained so thoroughly. Happy riding and greetings from good old Germany

[advmatt]

I am glad you made this video. I have been curious about the KTM tubeless system. Now I know. You did the right thing sealing each spoke. That's what I would have done. I am not to keen on the valve stem being offset. Not sure how you would use a tube if needed. Cheers.

[nicholas]

If and when mine starts leaking I'm going to use camper roof sealing tape. Basically FlexTape on steroids. When the tape touches down its permanent. Can't pull it off... rated for 5yrs in the sun so I'd say its pretty permanent for the life of the wheel especially putting the bands back on.

[adventuremulemoto]

Great vid Rodney. Chillin with a broken finger for a few weeks....

[muriuwangai]

Liking your content all the way from Kenya. I have an xt225, and also like your garage space. Thanks for sharing knowledge.

[seisamigos]

Love the Rabiconda! A little pricey but so much easier to work with your tires. Nice vid!!

[dimosk]

the only times i have leaking issues with these rubber bands, is when i take it to a tyre shop for new tyres, and the new tyre grabs that seal at one point and moves it from its position. we then have to remove the tyre again, and re-seat the rubber seal.
also, that rubber seal is a servicable item anyway. KTM says it needs to be replaced every 5 years iirc

[ChiyaKam-txpx]

Great video, what Silicone caulking did you use? How has this held for the last year, since you posted this video?

[vegasromaniac]

i've only seen the dirt bike setup, this looks different, i always wanted to silicone the inside of the rim and see what happens

[jcoleman]

Petroleum jelly works well for assembly lube

[greatfallskam]

By the way is there anyway to gently lift the original rubber gasket tubeless band? My situation is just like video. I have a perfect rubber gasket band. No tears, nicks, or edges not seated. I do all my own tire changes with RABACONDA. So no idea how air is getting under one spoke. Ahhgg !